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craftproject.net is a craft laboratory for makers: 120+ free step-by-step tutorials, paper art, wood, clay, textile, home decor and kids crafts. No experience needed — just scissors, glue and curiosity.

128KHappy makers
340+Free tutorials
4.9★Community love
✂ 100% handmade
★ New: clay week
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This week: Autumn Wreath + Zero-waste decor from old jeans

2 hours • beginner • cost under $8 • video + printable template included

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01 — About us

We believe hands can change everything

See what we make

CraftProject started in 2016 in a small garage with a glue gun and a dream. Today we are a community of 128,000 makers sharing honest, tested tutorials without fluff. Every project is made 3 times by our team before publishing — so it really works at home.

We love slow creativity: turning cardboard into lamps, old sweaters into toys, clay into cozy mugs. We teach technique, not just copying — cutting, folding, stitching, glazing, sanding, painting — and how to fix mistakes beautifully.

✦ MissionMake creativity accessible to everyone, for free.
✦ Eco78% projects from recycled materials.
✦ TestedEach tutorial tested by 3 makers + kids.
✦ FreeTemplates, patterns & videos open to all.
2016Garage start. First 12 paper tutorials, 200 readers.
20201M readers. Launched video workshops and kids club.
2026Maker hub. 340 tutorials, offline studio, craft swaps in 14 cities.
Craft studio team making pottery and paper decor
♻ 78%Recycled crafts
♥ 32kKids in club
02 — Popular projects

Choose your next obsession

From 15-minute paper joy to weekend wood builds. All with material lists, templates and common-mistake fixes.

All tutorials
Origami paper garland DIY
★ 4.9 • 8.2k made

Paper garland in 15 minutes — no printer needed

Fold 6 triangles, string them, done. Perfect for birthdays, classrooms and cozy evenings.

BeginnerPaper
Clay mug pottery for beginners
★ 4.8 • 5.1k made

Cozy clay mug without kiln — air-dry magic

Pinch pot technique, smoothing secrets and waterproof coating for daily tea rituals.

HitClay
Wooden shelf upcycling project
★ 5.0 • 3.4k made

Floating shelf from old boards and jeans pockets

Sanding, oiling, hidden mounts. A weekend build that looks like designer furniture.

EcoWood
04 — How we teach

From “oops” to wow in 4 steps

✂ Gather & prep

Exact material list with cheap alternatives. What can be replaced, what cannot. Printable checklist.

◐ Make together

Photo for every step + 10-min video. No skipping. Left-handed tips included.

♥ Fix & style

Top 7 mistakes and how to save them. Painting, sealing and styling for photos.

✦ Share & swap

Post your result, get feedback, join monthly swap. Best works in gallery.

05 — Journal / News

Fresh tutorials & maker stories

Our editors publish 3–4 new guides weekly. Click any card to open the full step-by-step story.

New guides are on the way — check back tomorrow!

We are crafting fresh DIYs in the studio right now.

06 — FAQ

Questions? We got glue for that

Beginner or pro — you belong here. Still stuck? Write us via contact form below.

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No. 80% of our projects need only scissors, glue, ruler and things from home: jars, cardboard, old clothes. Each tutorial lists a “budget version” under $5.
Yes, all PDFs and SVGs for personal use are free forever. Just open the tutorial and click Download. No sign-up needed.
Absolutely! Look for the “Kids friendly” badge. Kids club (6+) has safe scissors guides, non-toxic materials and 15-minute projects.
Welcome to the club! Every guide has a “Save your oops” section. Plus community chat will help fix cracks, smudges and wobbly stitches in hours.
Yes for personal small batches (up to 50 pcs). We even have pricing guides and Etsy photo tips in the Journal.
07 — Join 128k makers

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